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#Animalhealth research is vital to maintain the safety and quality of the food supply. By studying diseases that affect livestock, researchers can develop strategies to prevent and control outbreaks, reducing the risk of contamination and transmission to humans. This research also helps to ensure the proper use of antibiotics and other medications in animals, preventing the development of antibiotic resistance or other negative implications for human health. For hundreds of animal health #clinicaltrials each year, Medrio's software facilitates data collection and reporting, helping to safeguard the food supply and to improve human health.

High quantities of mycotoxins in animal feed create problems for cattle, and can affect productivity and health. 📉🐄 Getting a clearer idea of mycotoxin levels in your feed enables you to make more informed decisions about managing herd health. Comment below if you’d like more information on our laboratory mycotoxin testing service. #AnimalNutrition #AnimalFeeds

NEW INSIGHT 🔍 FAIRR’s latest insight, 'Global Readiness, Local Outbreaks’, looks at #Pandemic preparedness in the context of the current #AvianFlu crisis in the United States. It explains why governments must urgently put in place policies which prevent the spread of zoonotic disease, to protect human #Health, animal health, and global #FinancialMarkets 🦠 Authored by Megan Waters, US Policy Advisor, and Greta Davison, Senior Policy Officer at FAIRR, the insight cautions that we are not prepared at national or international levels to identify and limit risks of disease spillover from livestock to humans. Over the weekend on the last day of the World Health Assembly (#WHA77) in Geneva, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that agreement on the #WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty will be reached by 2025, at the latest. The current bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle in the US serves as a critical reminder of the need for a robust global pandemic treaty complete with concrete commitments aimed to reduce risk of zoonotic diseases spreading to humans. Such a treaty is needed for obvious global health reasons, but also financial ones. Outbreaks of zoonotic disease in animal agriculture present significant material and systemic risk to investors. With reference to animal agriculture, FAIRR would like to see the treaty deliver clear and enforceable obligations to prevent zoonotic disease outbreaks, and the prioritisation of and commitment to implement One Health principles. Read the insight here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eX8rJkjZ

A multi-species microbial feed product outperformed single-species products during a disease challenge with Clostridium perfringens, Eimeria and other pathogens, according to research presented at the 2024 International Poultry Scientific Forum by Kevin Bolek, Ph.D., microbials innovation director, Phibro Animal Health. Compared to challenged birds fed the single-species feed product, those fed the multi-species feed product demonstrated better performance and health outcomes. “Direct-fed microbials are increasingly used to improve the gut health of birds and, in turn, productivity outcomes. But there are different types of products available, containing both multiple- and single-species products,” Bolek said. Read more at https://lnkd.in/enUKQzpc #poultryfeed #poultrynutrition #poultrywelfare #poultryhealth #directfedmicrobials

The 2nd stage of call Animal nutritional requirements and nutritional value of feed under different production management conditions (HORIZON-CL6-2024-FARM2FORK-02-5-two-stage) in Cluster 6 is available. Details: http://surl.li/qyewh

📢 New #SpecialIssue "Assessment of Nutritional Value of Animal Feed Resources", edited by Dr. Marija Duvnjak, Prof. Dr. Darko Grbeša, and Dr. Kristina Kljak, is now open for submissions in #AgricultureMdpi! 👇Link: https://lnkd.in/gqQfQE9y ⏰ Deadline: 31 January 2025 #animalfeedevaluation #degradabilityofnutrients #digestibilityofnutrients #digestionkineticsofnutrients #bioactivecompounds #antinutritionalfactors #microbiotaofthedigestivetract #foodsafety #newproteinresources

In observance of One Health Awareness Month this January, we emphasize the importance of taking a global approach to monitoring and addressing emerging infectious diseases in animals because they can impact food supply, human health and livelihood, and endangered species vital to the environment. This interconnectivity drives researchers and scientists involved in our Center for Transboundary and Emerging Diseases (CTED) to be hyper vigilant in monitoring diseases so we can act quickly to control them.    When veterinarian and livestock communities are faced with disease challenges, we’re ready and here to help, learn how: https://lnkd.in/easJv4ee #OneHealth #AnimalHealth

Will and Caitlin start off the episode by answering a viewer's question regarding #redmeat and #animal #proteins. You can expect to learn about why red meat and animal proteins are so vital for the consumption of #essential #proteins, and what to consider for the #environment and #ethics of meat #consumption.

Parasitic infections in animals pose a significant threat to global health, transcending the boundaries of species and ecosystems. These parasites, ranging from microscopic protozoa to larger worms, can lead to severe diseases in livestock, pets, and wildlife, ultimately impacting human health through zoonotic transmission. For instance, parasites like Toxoplasma gondii and Echinococcus can be transmitted from animals to humans, causing serious illnesses. The economic burden on agriculture due to reduced livestock productivity and the cost of veterinary care is immense. Moreover, in regions with limited access to healthcare, the impact is even more profound, exacerbating poverty and hindering development. Effective control and prevention strategies are crucial to mitigate these effects, emphasizing the need for global cooperation in addressing animal parasitism. #GlobalHealthImpact

📢 Calling all farmers and veterinarians in the UK! 🐑 👩⚕️ Please participate in our surveys on tick-borne livestock diseases. Your invaluable insights into impacts, treatment options, and on-farm control practices will play a crucial role in shaping the future of livestock health. These surveys are part of the OPTICK study – "One Health surveillance and management of tick-borne disease threats in a changing environment". This is a collaborative interdisciplinary project with UKCEH, Animal and Plant Health Agency, University of Liverpool, UK Health Security Agency, and Moredun Research Institute. OPTICK aims to better understand the complex interactions between changes in land use, climate, and agriculture, and how these factors may increase the risk of ticks spreading diseases to humans and animals in the UK. Please respond and share with colleagues! Farmer survey: https://lnkd.in/gBdMxFwC Vet survey: https://lnkd.in/gSFfV74p #LivestockHealth #LivestockManagement #LivestockFarming